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Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Reference
2024-148747
Position description
Domain
Programs / Customer Relations
Job field / Job profile
Programs - Program manager level 2
Job title
Product Line Manager
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
Are you interested in working at the business end of Aerospace, where airline brand meets innovative passenger experience? Then your next opportunity could be with Safran Seats, an industry award winning, premium designer and manufacturer of First and Business Class seating and technology. Our passenger experience prides itself on innovation, customization, quality and industrial design.
The purpose of this role is to be responsible for managing the overall strategy, development, and performance of the UNITY Product Line. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking, business acumen, leadership and technical knowledge to ensure the successful execution of product line objectives. The PLM will collaborate cross-functionally within the company to align product development with market demands and organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop Product Line Roadmap: Formulate and execute the long-term roadmap for the UNITY product line, ensuring alignment with company goals and market trends.
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Engineering to ensure cohesive progress towards product line objectives.
3. Product Line Integrity: Interface with internal stakeholders (in particular Programmes) to communicate product line requirements, progress, and changes.
4. Objective Setting, Tracking and Reporting.
5. Product Line Management Plan.
6. Team Leadership.
7. Risk Management.
8. Product Configuration and Change Management.
Travel specificity: Some UK and Overseas
Candidate skills & requirements
Candidate skills:
* Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
* Analytical business Thinking: Strong analytical thinking skills to drive product line financial success.
* Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information for executive-level reporting.
* Negotiation: Skilled in internal negotiation to advocate for product line priorities and resources.
* Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of the market dynamics and customer needs related to the product line.
* Technical Knowledge: Background in the technical aspects of product development within the industry.
* Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles and business case development.
* Behavioral skills: Tenacious, determined and motivated by achievement of targets.
* French Language.
* Continuous Improvement Mindset.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.
We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.
Position location
Job location
Europe, UK, Wales
City (-ies)
Llantarnam Industrial Park, Llantarnam NP44 3HQ Cwmbran
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